Tropical Storm Andrea

Tropical Storm Andrea Update ~

From the National Hurricane Center:

At 07:00 am CDT (12:00 UTC) The center of Tropical Storm Andrea was located near Latitude 27.7 North / Longitude 85.1 West. Andrea is moving toward the North-Northeast near 14 MPH. A turn toward the northeast with a additional increase in forward speed is expected today. On the forecast track the center of Andrea will reach the coast of Florida Big Bend area later today and then move across southeastern Georgia, southeastern South Carolina and eastern North Carolina by Friday. Maximum sustained winds are near 60 MPH with higher gusts. No significant change in strength is forecast before the center reaches the coast later today.

Public Advisory #3A courtesy of the National Hurricane Center, for the complete coverage from the National Hurricane Center please visit:

http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/

So, what does this mean for the People of Florida? A large portion of the State will experience rain, heavy at times. The latest satellite image shows the whole of the state with the possibility of rain. Therefore, be aware of the potential for flash flood, localized flooding and heavy downpours.

As while all such storm systems please do not take this lightly! TS storm force winds are currently being produced by Andrea and will continue for the rest of the day. With these strong winds the possibility of tornado, microburst, wind damage and lightning exist. Please do not travel unless absolutely necessary.

The largest impact from Andrea will be seen from Orlando north and into the Panhandle. As Andrea progress today the system will cross into Georgia on its way to the Carolinas.

Again, please be on guard today for High winds and heavy rain. Please continue to follow us here as we keep you updated.